JP2015508926A - How to manage an individual's nutrition intake to enhance athletic performance - Google Patents

Abstract

Provide a way to help manage individual nutrition at different points throughout the competition training or throughout the competition. A plan to collect information about the individual participating in the event in addition to information about the competition itself, provide feedback to the individual based on this information, monitor the individual's sweating energy level, and provide nutrition to the individual Use this information to adjust. In one form, an individual may provide his / her information and access a customized nutrition plan using a web-based browser or mobile device application.

Description

Cross-reference of related applications

  This application claims the benefit of US Provisional Application No. 61 / 600,199, filed February 17, 2012, the entire disclosure of which is referenced and incorporated.

  The present disclosure relates to a method of helping individuals achieve superior athletic performance by managing nutrition intake at various points throughout a training or competition.

  When preparing and participating in competition activities or events, most people do not know the type and amount of nutrition they need to take to improve or optimize their athletic performance. Individuals need the right nutrition at the right time to support training for the event and to achieve their goals. Thus, in order to maximize performance, one needs to train the body to accept nutrition at a particular time. Existing methods or systems for monitoring intake simply track nutrition, but it is not directly related to intake for the purpose of enhancing exercise or exercise performance. Therefore, what is needed in this field is a method to support the management of nutrition individually at various points during training and competitions, rooted in sports science and sports nutrition.

  The present disclosure relates to a method for managing a specially planned nutrition intake for an individual to participate in a training or competition event. In particular, the present disclosure relates to: A plan to access and assess specific types of activities, time of competition, duration of activities, intensity of competition, goals set for competitions, and types of athletes participating in competitions In order to instruct the individual to receive the schedule, to take the food specified in the nutritional schedule, and to give the individual a better instruction on the nutrition required, especially the person's energy level during sweating Evaluate individual feedback. In another form, the method may be provided electronically, such as on the Internet or a mobile device application held by an athlete during an activity.

An example network architecture and nutrition plan server utilized in accordance with an aspect of the disclosure is described. 4 is a flowchart of an example of a computer-implemented method for managing nutrition intake during a competition, according to one embodiment.

  The present disclosure relates to a method for managing nutrition intake while training for a sporting event or during a sport. The present disclosure provides an individual with a method for providing feedback regarding the person's energy level during sweating following receipt of specific information about the individual. In an embodiment, this information is used together with the type, intensity, and duration of the competition to generate a plan for ingesting the individual's nutrition. In the methods described below in more detail, individual athletes receive nutrition at the right time to train their bodies and maximize their performance in special sporting events. Support. This method generates a nutritional plan based on the type of competition activity and the time of day the individual is training or competing.

  FIG. 1 is a diagram illustrating an example of a network architecture and nutrition plan processing apparatus that can be used to implement one or more exemplary aspects of the present disclosure. The nodes 103, 105, and 109 of the various networks can be connected to each other via a wide area network (WAN) 101 such as the Internet. Other networks may be used together or instead, including networks such as private intranets, corporate networks, LANs, wireless networks, personal networks (PANs), and the like. The network 101 is an example, and can be replaced with a computer network with fewer computers or an additional computer network. A local area network (LAN) need only have one or more arbitrary known LAN topologies, and may use one or more of various different protocols such as Ethernet. The devices 103, 105, 107, 109 and other devices (for example, the sports watch 108 and / or other devices not shown) are connected via a twisted pair cable, coaxial cable, optical fiber, radio wave, or other communication medium. You may make it connect to two or more networks. In one embodiment, the device may include a tablet terminal or other touch screen computing device.

  As used herein and shown in the drawings, the term “network” refers not only to a system in which remote storage devices are connected via one or more communication paths, but also to storage functions. It also includes a stand-alone device that is sometimes connected to the system it has. Thus, the term “network” includes not only “physical network” but also “content network” composed of data (belonging to a single entity) that can exist on all physical networks. .

  The components include a nutrition plan server 103, a meal information server 105, a mobile device 107, a sports watch 108, and / or a user computer 109. In one embodiment, the nutrition plan server 103 may access and control one or more data collectors (eg, databases) and control software to implement one or more illustrative forms described and disclosed herein. , And all management. In one embodiment, the nutrition plan server 103 connects to the meal information server 105 to acquire data requested by a user through interactive input. Alternatively, the nutrition plan server 103 may function as the meal information server itself and be directly connected to the Internet. The nutrition plan server 103 is connected to the nutrition information server 105 through the network 101 (for example, the Internet) via direct connection, indirect connection, or some other network. The user may interactively input to the nutrition plan server 103 using, for example, the remote computer 109, for example, a web browser via a website provided by one or more externally located meal information servers 105 To connect to the nutrition plan server 103. Further, the user performs interactive input to the nutrition plan server 103 from the sports watch 108 or the mobile device 107. Such a device may be used with the nutrition plan server 103 to access stored data, or may be used for other purposes. For example, the user can access the meal information server 105 from the device 109 using an Internet browser, as is known in the art, or a meal information server on a computer network (such as the Internet). The meal information server 105 can be accessed by executing computer-executable instructions stored on a non-transitory computer-readable medium for communicating with the computer 105 and / or the nutrition plan server 103.

  Servers and applications may be combined on the same physical machine and hold separate virtual or logical addresses, or may reside on separate physical machines. FIG. 1 is merely illustrative of an example of a network architecture that may be used. Also, those skilled in the art may further vary the particular network architecture and processing equipment used, as described herein, and that the functionality they provide is secondary. It will be fully understood. For example, the services provided by the meal information server 105 and the nutrition plan server 103 may be combined on a single server.

  One or more of the components 103, 105, 107, 108, and 109 may be any type of known computer, server, or data processing device. Looking at the nutrition plan server 103 example, it may include a processor 111 that controls the overall operation of the nutrition plan server 103. The nutrition plan server 103 may further include a RAM 113, a ROM 115, a memory 121 and / or one or more non-transitory computer readable media. By way of example, the memory 121 includes operating system software 123 for controlling the overall operation of the nutrition plan server 103, control logic 125 that instructs the nutrition plan server 103 to execute the disclosed forms described herein, It may store other application software 127 that provides secondary support and / or other functions that may or may not be used with the disclosed forms of the present application. Here, the control logic 125 is also referred to as nutrition plan server software. Nutrition plan server software functions refer to actions or decisions that are automatically determined based on rules encoded in the control logic, entered manually into the system by the user, and / or automatically based on user input A combination of processes (eg, query, data update, etc.) may be provided. The components 105, 107, 108 and 109 may further comprise hardware components similar to those described above with respect to the nutrition plan server 103 (eg, processor, RAM / ROM, memory, etc.) Those skilled in the art will understand.

  The nutrition plan server 103 may further include a network interface 117 and / or an input / output interface 119 (eg, keyboard, mouse, display, printer, etc.). The I / O 119 includes various interface units and drives for reading, writing, displaying and / or printing data or files. The memory 121 further stores data used when executing one or more disclosed forms including the first database 129 and the second database 131. In some embodiments, the first database may include a second database (eg, a separate table, report, etc.). That is, the information may be stored in a single database, or may be divided into different logical databases, virtual databases, or physical databases depending on the system design. Devices 105, 107, 109 may have a similar or different architecture as described with respect to device 103. The functions of the data processing device 103 (or devices 105, 107, 109) as described here divide transactions based on, for example, geographical location, user access level, quality of service (QoS), etc. Those skilled in the art will recognize that a number of data processing devices may be spread to distribute the processing load across multiple computers.

  In one or more forms of the disclosure, computer usable or readable data and / or one or more computers, or other apparatus described herein, eg, one or more programs May be embodied in computer-executable instructions in a module. Generally, program modules include routines, programs, objects, components, data structures, etc. that when executed by a processor in a computer or other device perform special tasks or have specific abstract data types. It is incorporated. Modules may be written in a source code programming language that is executed after compilation, or in a scripting language such as (but not limited to) HTML or XML. Computer-executable instructions are stored in a computer-readable medium such as a hard disk, an optical disk, a removable storage medium, a solid state memory, or a RAM. It will be appreciated by those skilled in the art that the functions of the program modules may be combined or separated as required in various embodiments. Further, the functionality may be embodied in whole or in part in firmware or hardware equivalents such as integrated circuits or field programmable gate arrays (FPGAs). Special data structures may be used to more effectively implement one or more forms of the disclosure. Such data structures are also considered to fall within the scope of computer-executable instructions and computer-usable data described herein.

  In one form of the present disclosure, each person may have any type of exercise / sport / activity (including but not limited to ball games, athletics, running, aerobics, yoga, swimming, weight training, etc.) ) As long as it includes training and muscle training activities), time or time of competition, duration of activity, intensity (measured as calories burned per hour), athlete type and level (specialized) Choose information about your home, elite, real age group, fitness, recreation, beginner) and individual overall objectives or goals (performance, weight loss, health / fitness, muscle enhancement, recovery, recreation). For example, this method supports selection of two types of sporting events on the morning practice and evening tournament day. Information provided by the athlete is evaluated and a plan for feeding is generated. The nutrition plan will instruct individuals how to select the right nutrition at the right time to prepare for or participate in the competition event, and will also identify a choice from the food chosen for the particular nutrition. For example, certain foods include foods such as cream cheese and certain fruits (each of the foods, in particular, specific nutrition types (complex carbohydrates, proteins, simple carbohydrates, etc.) and the amount of each specified nutrition. (Includes related) bagels. In one form of the disclosure, this information is collected in relation to the nutrition required before, during and after the competition. Individuals record feedback and / or progress, including what they have tracked and identified, each day of practice or competition, including the type and total intake of nutrition, and that information generates a nutrition score for the day Used for. Specifically, feedback is provided by gathering information from an individual about the person's sense of energy during the competition and every day of the training or competition. In particular, when an individual sweats, that is, when the individual begins to sweat, the person's sense of energy is recorded. In the form of disclosure, the nutritional score is set or adjusted according to some criteria, linked to the amount of nutrition consumed on a particular day, but as usual on the day of training or competition The day preferably includes an individual's response regarding the person's energy level. In one form of the method, an individual receives feedback in the form of a report that includes a graph that displays the nutritional score over time as well as the person's energy rating. As used herein, “competitive event” or “competitive activity” refers to any type of training or competition associated with any sports activity. Therefore, according to one form, the competition events included in the nutrition plan may include not only training specific to the activities of a special competition, but also cross-training exercises. Includes a report collecting all the activities of the competition for a given period. In another form, the nutritional score may be divided into scores for different activities, such as training separate from competitions.

  In another embodiment, various sensors may collect information about the individual and send the information to the nutrition plan server 103. Sensors may include various biological sensors and activity sensors.

  The disclosed method can include at least two integrated levels. The first level gathers information and calculates to generate a plan that details the nutrition (eg, carbohydrates, proteins and electrolytes) that the individual should take and when to supply the nutrition. It is comprised so that it may perform. However, this level does not specify the type of carbohydrate or protein, or the amount of carbohydrate or protein. Thus, the information generated from the first level consists of the necessary nutrients (including carbohydrate energy, fluids, proteins and electrolytes) that an individual should ingest when preparing and participating in the competition event.

  In another form of the application, at the second level of the system or method, the information provided to the individual regarding the specific type and amount of nutrition identified at level 1 (before the specified competition event, the competition event). This includes, but is not limited to, specific carbohydrate types selected from the group consisting of glucose, fructose, sucrose, maltodextrin, etc. that should be ingested at specific times, such as after a sporting event. Not).

  In one form of the present disclosure, an individual may be able to use the second level only after the first level is completed. In another form of this application, if an individual has used the method before, or if the individual has experience feeding for a sporting event, the You may start the method at a level. In one form, a third level may also be generated and used by the individual to provide a more detailed nutrition plan and provide a report of the individual's fuel efficiency. If the person has completed the first and / or second level, or has become proficient at using the second level to manage nutrition and efficiency, this level may be an individual May be arbitrarily accessible. At a third level, the method includes incorporating appropriate nutritional information to provide individuals with a complete nutrition plan for health and performance.

  Examples of some forms of this application are given below.

  Example 1: The following is an example of a plan to provide nutrition for full-fledged sprints and high-load competition events

  Example 2: The following is an example of a plan to provide nutrition for a competition event of muscle training.

  Example 3: The following is an example of a plan to provide nutrition for a team event.

  Example 4: The following is an example of a plan for feeding for endurance events.

  Example 5: The following is an example of a plan to supplement a cardio training or cross training event.

  Example 6: The following is an example of a plan to supplement a training event that is held twice a day.

  Individuals may use a web-based browser or mobile device application to access the system of the present disclosure. That is, in one form, a system for prompting a user to input information used to accumulate information sought by an individual at different levels of the system, and for evaluating and / or adjusting the nutrition plan. In another form, the individual may provide information immediately or immediately after the competition event is over. In yet another form, the individual provides or accumulates some or all of the information regarding at least one of food / nutrient intake and the level of energy acquired in real time for the competition event and / or nutrient intake. You may make it do. This may be provided by a keystroke or response recorded or transmitted on a mobile device carried by a person.

  In another embodiment, the information is received at the nutrition plan server 103 at step 202, as shown in FIG. The information includes information relating to athletic activities performed by the user. The information may include information such as the type of competition event, the duration of the competition event, and the intensity of the competition activity. Further, the information may include demographic information about the user. In step 204, the nutrition plan server 103 evaluates the received information and creates a plan for supplementing the user with nutrition. At step 206, the user is monitored to record the level of energy during sweating. In step 208, the nutrition plan server 103 modifies the plan to supply nutrition based on the energy level of the user during the competition when sweating. Each of these forms can be personalized from a mobile device, such as a mobile phone or web-based device that the individual is wearing or using, and any changes or adjustments to the nutrition plan. And sent directly to.

  While embodiments of the invention have been illustrated and described, these examples are intended to be illustrative and not exhaustive of all possible forms of the invention. Rather, the words used in the specification are words of description rather than limitation, and it is understood that various modifications can be made without departing from the spirit and scope of the invention.

Claims (15)

A method for managing an individual's nutrition intake during, during and after an event, comprising:
a. Collecting information from the individual including the type, duration and intensity of the competition event;
b. Evaluating the information to create a nutritional plan for the individual including appropriate nutrition to be consumed before, during, and after the competition event;
c. A step of monitoring the individual's energy level during sweating and using the individual's energy level to adjust a nutrition plan during sweating;
With a method.   The method of claim 1, wherein the nutrition includes carbohydrate energy, moisture, protein, and electrolyte.   3. The method of claim 2, wherein the amount of carbohydrate energy, moisture, protein, and electrolyte to achieve athletic performance enhancement in the competition event is included in the nutrition plan.   The information collected from the individual further includes, for the sporting event, the time of day the individual conducts the competition activity, the type of level of the athlete, and the overall purpose or goal of the individual. The method of claim 1.   The method of claim 1, wherein the method includes at least two integrated levels. The first level provides the individual with the carbohydrate energy, moisture, protein, and electrolytes needed to prepare for and participate in the event,
6. The method of claim 5, wherein the second level provides individuals with specific types and amounts of carbohydrates, proteins, moisture and electrolytes required for preparation and participation in the competition event. A method of enhancing an individual's athletic ability by training the individual's body to receive nutrition at the appropriate time,
a. The type of competition event, the duration of the competition event, the strength of the competition event, the time of day the individual performs the competition activities, the type of level of the athlete, and the overall purpose or goal for the individual competition event Collecting information from the individual regarding the athletic activity comprising:
b. Information to create a personal nutrition plan that includes suggested amounts of carbohydrate energy, moisture, protein and electrolytes to be consumed before, during and after the competition event. An evaluation step;
c. Monitoring the individual's energy level during sweating on each day the athlete participates in the competition event;
With a method.   8. The sport event is selected from the group consisting of full power sprinting or high load, strong training, team competition, endurance, cardiopulmonary training or cross training, and training twice a day. The method described.   The nutrition plan includes determining specific foods for carbohydrate energy, moisture, protein, and electrolytes to be consumed before, after, and during the competition event. A method according to claim 2 or 7, characterized in that   8. A method according to claim 2 or 7, wherein the nutrition plan identifies a specific time at which carbohydrate energy, moisture, protein and electrolytes should be taken by an individual.   Tracking the total and type of carbohydrate energy, moisture, protein, and electrolytes consumed by the individual before, during, and after the competition event. The method according to claim 2 or 7.   The method according to claim 1 or 7, wherein the step is performed using a web-based browser.   The method of claim 1 or 7, wherein the step is performed using a mobile device application.   The method according to claim 1 or 7, wherein the nutrition plan is provided to the individual in the form of a report.   15. The method of claim 14, wherein the report includes a collection of all the athletic activities of the individual over a set period of time.